Reports

In line with our vision and mission, we conduct research that provides new insights and strengthens the foundation for informed decision making. Projects are grounded in critical needs and interests identified by our network members and stakeholders. Projects examine the issues at hand, identify gaps and lessons learned and provide governance recommendations. Our publications are listed below—please feel free to read and share them.

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Governance

[BLOG] Tax Changes Likely to Create Unintended Fallout for Family Enterprises
(September 6, 2017 | Craig Alexander and Michael Bassett)
As many successful family-owned businesses get ready to pass the torch to a new generation of owners, how much do we know about the implications to Canada's economy? The answer is: not enough. Decisions that are made by business owners and their families, such as whether to sell to a non-family member, sell or transfer to the next generation, or close shop, have tremendous implications for our economy.

Canadian Directors’ Compensation Practices: 21st Edition(March 4, 2016 | 60 pages | Monica Haberl)
This report, which summarizes data from 247 publicly traded companies, is an update of the report published in 2014 on the compensation levels of Canadian boards of directors. The report provides benchmark data on compensation practices, and it reviews typical board composition and practices.

Board and Director Evaluations in the 21st Century(April 2015 | 40 pages | Beverly Behan)
Find out how to redesign board and director evaluations as a constructive performance management tool that helps good boards become great and great boards stay that way.

Perspectives on Board Diversity(September 22, 2014 | 25 pages | Catherine Gardiner and Simon Cotsman)
Board diversity is a hot topic. This report explores possible solutions to the fact that women are still underrepresented on Canadian boards of directors.